About this session

The heart of mindfulness is present moment awareness. It is the practice of bringing one’s full attention to the present moment; observing thoughts, feelings and actions without judgment. Being mindful and present takes practice. So in class we train in awareness, attention, presence and compassion, together.

Practicing mindfulness significantly helps to lower stress levels, depression and anxiety and increase feelings of contentment, calm, confidence and resilience.

We are able to deal with distressing emotions better, regulate our sleeping patterns, lower blood pressure and strengthen the body’s immunity.

In fact, it has been found to be particularly beneficial in the treatment of stress, depression, addictions and chronic pain.

Practicing Mindfulness in class together will also assist you in developing an understanding of why you react the way you do in certain situations and help you break free of unhelpful habits.

You learn to be present in the moment, to process your actions in a kinder and more positive way. To be present and conscious of your environment, emotions and body sensations and to adjust your unconscious automatic behavior to a more consciously aligned space of reason.

You will learn how to develop:

• Strategies to handle difficult feelings, stress, chronic pain and moods

• Greater patience, compassion, determination and focus

• Deeper body awareness

• Healthy sleeping patterns

Joining Instructions

1. A link and password to join the Zoom webinar will be emailed one day before the session and again one hour before the session. Please check your junk mailbox, if you have not received the link.

2. Upon joining the meeting, you will be put into a ‘waiting room’ until the host lets you in.

If for any reason you have problems accessing the webinar, please email SUREforMH@Newpathways.org.uk.

Please take care

Please be mindful of your self-care when attending any of the SURE for Mental Health webinars as the content may be distressing or triggering.

Please be aware that there are organisations that can help if you need to chat. The C.A.L.L Helpline is a free confidential listening and support service that is available to contact 24 hours a day online - callhelpline.org.uk, or by telephone - 0800 132 737.

Alternatively, if you feel you require a welfare check after the webinar, the trainer can provide this (between the hours of 9am to 5pm), using the participants mobile number, which you will be asked to provide upon registration. In order to request a welfare check, you can email SUREforMH@Newpathways.org.uk.